PrevenTable
Pull up a seat at the PrevenTable and listen to candid conversations about the intersection of alcohol, drugs, and mental health on everyday lives. It's not all sob stories, but it is raw. We share our vulnerabilities and talk with thought leaders and “normal” people in hopes that it will help others who are struggling with substance use.
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A Seat at the Table
Lily Geiger stops by the PrevenTable to discuss Figlia, the alcohol-free aperitif she created, and the inspiration behind it. It's a tribute to the power of family - the given and the chosen. And an opportunity for honest conversations:...
21 min
102
Life After Sport
What do you do when you can't do what you've always done? Alexis Thurston details how she pushed forward after a life-altering car accident dashed her college rugby career and found new purpose through motherhood, recovery, exercise,...
18 min
103
The Future of Hospitality is Inclusivity
Founder of Zero Proof Nation, Laura Silverman, describes how she elevates non-alcoholic options and connects people across the sobriety spectrum and across the country. Laura is a booze-free babe in many realms: "soberoke" (sober...
24 min
104
Tuna Sandwiches
Dave Kuntz from R3 Development talks all things "building" in East St. Louis: Jobs. Community. Housing. Joy. Sense of Self. Assets. He discusses how to affirm dignity and build trust while pushing against the "white savior"...
23 min
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The Power of Peers
Colton Baker describes his role as the Lead Recovery Coach in the EPICC Outreach Project and details how the project works to connect people with resources and peer support after an overdose. He describes the project's success (e.g....
22 min
106
Do You Have Any Questions for the Pharmacist?
Dr. Hedva Barenholtz-Levy explains her role as a geriatric specialist pharmacist and the complexities that accompany working with older adults. Listen as she describes the risks that alcohol, cannabis, and opioids can pose to seniors and...
22 min
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The First Ladies
Geraldine and Belinda of the First Ladies' Network discuss high infant mortality rates in St. Louis' Black community and what they are doing about it. These First Ladies of the church engage in peer-led discussions with prenatal...
19 min
108
Music Heals
Singer-songwriter and St. Louis darling, Erin Bode, stops by to talk about growing up a pastor's daughter and how music can be used as a powerful therapeutic (and preventative!) tool. Her latest project, Your Song For Always, allows...
24 min
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Three Sheets to the Wind
Jen Maness, owner of Hello Juice and Smoothie, discusses how she incorporates health and wellness into her sober lifestyle. Newsflash: It isn't all avocado toast and acai bowls (although those are certainly delicious)! Jen also dishes...
18 min
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It Takes a Village
Leslie Robinson, CEO of H.O.P.E. for the Future, describes how and why she founded the mentoring program for teen moms...during the pandemic! She addresses the shame and stigma that often are directed to young parents and speaks to the...
20 min
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What Smart Parents Do
Zabrina and Audrey from #SmartParentsDoThis pull up a seat at the PrevenTable to talk the 6 S's—a parenting framework that makes #momlife and #dadlife a little easier and a lot less stressful.
20 min
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Recoverers and Discoverers
Brand journalist (what the heck is that?!) and non-profit founder, Kristin Tippit, emphasizes the importance of knowing who you are and what you want to be known for. She explains the difference between organizational alignment and simply...
19 min
113
Crisis of Faith
Ever wanted to ask a religious leader questions? We did. Pastor Chris from Faith Oakville talks about what ministry really means and why it's so critical to talk about what's really going on with people. Forget getting butts in...
21 min
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Not a Moment, But a Movement
Chris Marshall, founder of Sans Bar, joins the PrevenTable to discuss its evolution from SXSW to its second national tour in just a few short years. He talks building community, being a Black man in the AF space, and teaching others through...
18 min
115
Theory of Change
Social justice pioneer, Joe Yancey, details his storied career in the behavioral health field and reveals how he's been spending his retirement, working to change the system he spent so many years working for. Spoiler alert: Joe is...
19 min
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Disrupt, Dismantle, and Destroy
Ever wonder what the DEA really does? ASAC Colin Dickey of the St. Louis Division sheds light on the role of the DEA in targeting drug networks in source countries. He describes how the DEA intervenes with drugs like fentanyl and diverts...
23 min
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Edit it in Post
PrevenTable's producer, Clay Butler, steps in front of the mic for this episode and reveals what it's really like to transition from program participant to staff member. Clay credits Mr. Shane with getting him to Teen Institute...
21 min
118
Blue Heron
Listen to find out how Executive Director of H.E.A.L Stop Heroin, Ellis Fitzwalter, and his wife formed a coalition to honor their son, Michael. As one of the almost 30 community coalitions that PreventEd supports, their efforts range from...
23 min
119
That's Dope!
Modern Dope founder, Jaidev, visits the Preventable to talk about why he chooses to donate proceeds from his clothing line to support PreventEd and National Alliance on Mental Illness.
21 min
120
Laser Focus
Meredith Knopp dishes about the St. Louis Area Foodbank's efforts to increase nutritional security and minimize food waste. She details how the org sources culturally appropriate foods and provides (hunger) relief by filling bellies....
22 min
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Coming in Hot
Ever wonder how PreventEd decides what, how, and if to comment on issues? Stacie Zellin of PreventEd describes the animation, enthusiasm, and spirited dialogue that goes on behind the scenes when a "hot topic" surfaces. Listen in...
25 min
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Andy Cohen. . . Are You Listening?
Heirloom Bottling Co. Founder, Brad Zulick, details his journey from academia to craft cocktail entrepreneur. An early Sans Bar supporter, Brad explains "shrubs" and emphasizes the need for good NA alternatives.
21 min
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Princess of Prevention
OG Harriet Kopolow joins the PrevenTable to reminisce about the origins of “prevention.” Harriet recounts how she pushed against the scare tactics utilized in the early 1980’s and, instead, utilized the AA tradition concepts of peer...
21 min
124
Money Well Spent
Chris Thetford discusses how the Better Business Bureau works to empower consumers, businesses, and donors by providing information to facilitate choice. He also underscores the power of diversity of experience in the workplace and...
20 min
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The Rose That Grew From Concrete
Brock Seals takes a trip down memory lane on the PrevenTable as he describes his journey from fashion designer, to rapper, to commissioned artivist for the St. Louis Cardinals, the NFL, the City Foundry, and, yes, even PreventEd!
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